More than 6 million people in England could be diagnosed with cancer by 2040, according to a coalition of 60 cancer charities. The prediction represents a 14.2% rise from the 5.5 million cancer diagnoses recorded over the past 15 years. The projection would see someone diagnosed every two minutes and cites ageing and lifestyle choices as primary drivers. One Cancer Voice urges the government to set early-diagnosis targets and strengthen cancer-prevention policies. Cancer Research UK chief executive Michelle Mitchell warned that nearly one in two people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, affecting patients and their families. Breast cancer is projected to account for around 906,000 cases over the next 15 years.
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More than 6 million people in England could be diagnosed with cancer by 2040, according to a group of 60 cancer charities. Experts have said the new figures, which would see someone diagnosed every two minutes, are the result of lifestyle choices and an ageing population. Cancer charity coalition One Cancer Voice is urging the government to take immediate action, including setting early diagnosis targets and implementing stronger cancer prevention policies.
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